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Read everything carefully and then contact the host via WhatsApp for a deposit payment and seat Reservation. Seat reservation is £1 now.
This event has been posted on 3 different meetup groups 2 different websites. So we will get more people joining this event from elsewhere.
We are going to see the baby Seals at great yarmouth beach.
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Event Details:
Not bringing a camera will be a huge mistake.
LET'S GO SEE THE BABY SEALS!
Norfolk is THE Best place where you can see Baby Seals in the UK.
November to February is the peak of the season when the beaches between Horsey and Winterton are home to some 5000 seals.
Norfolk holds the world's two largest Atlantic grey seals colonies and I am taking you there. You will be able to observe at often just a couple of meters away the seals who come to these sandy beaches every year to give birth to those gorgeous white furry creatures.
We will be able to observe seals of different ages. From the tiny few hours old white pups, to the full fat adolescents and up to the big males who weigh hundreds of kilos and who will be fighting a bit further down on the sand. Volunteers will be there to answer all our questions and to keep us from getting too close to those beautiful creatures, often unsuccessfully as those cubs being of a curious nature will approach us often far too close to inspect us.
The seals will be the highlight of our trip but this will certainly not be all to see.
We will hike the dunes of the Broads nature reserve and visit the stunning surrounding villages.
We will hike around 7 miles, 4 miles will be right next to these absolutely gorgeous creatures, that will be your choice, they will be all over the place.
Be prepared to take an alternative route for a few minutes if the mothers and pubs make their way to the path. They usually stay on the beach but the recent storm have driven them in the dunes and on the path meaning that, if you get too close, you better get ready to run cause mummies protect their pups.
Babies will be wandering alone around us, they will come towards you but please, please, I cannot stress enough, do not touch them and step back as the mother will abandon them if you do.
Important INFORMATION:
HIKE DISTANCE:
6-7 miles Approx.
DIFFICULTY:
Easy and mostly Flat.
Costs:
Hike guide is £10 and transportation costs for the days return journey by coach is £51. So total is £61. You just need to transfer £6 online via bank transfer to book a seat and guarantee your seat. The remaining balance which is £55 you bring with you on the day. Only cash payments will be accepted on the day of the event for logistical purposes. No bank transfer accepted on the day. Bring exact change. No coins will be accepted. No change will be given.
All payments are non-refundable. Unless the event is cancelled by us then you will receive a full refund.
Also bring cash for refreshments at the pub after the event. Aim to be back in London by 8.30 pm.
Everything will be made clear via whatsApp group.
INCLUDED:
Guided hike By an Experienced and Qualified Hike Leader.
Transport
Guide
A good time with lovely people is included Free of Charge.
Your Host Is First Aid Trained.
Seals and more Seals. And Humans.
Did I mention the seals ?
Food:
Bring your own food and water with you. No shops at the beach. Packed lunches. Pub food available at 4 PM.
Chance of getting pub food at 4 pm is very good.
There is a PUB FOOD option after the Hike for you to socialise and relax. But I give no guarantees. So definitely bring your own food and water with you as a precaution. However the coach will depart by 5:30 pm to reach London by 8:30 PM. Traffic depending.
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WHAT TO BRING:
Waterproof shoes for the hike, preferably hiking shoes. Dress appropriately for the weather forecast. Will be slightly wet and muddy in some areas. So bring the right shoes.
Water bottle.
A packed lunch.
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MEETING POINT:
Stratford Station. E15 1AZ is approximate postcode.
Exact location discussed via WhatsApp. Coach departs at 8:00 am on the dot. If you get there by 7:50 am you should be good.
WhatsApp 07590919391
Transport:
We will be travelling by coach to make the journey faster and cheaper and more direct. Saves you time and money. Last year we did this event 4 times. And It was a great success. So trust me when I say by coach it's both faster and cheaper than using public transport.
Whatsapp 07590919391
ATTENTION:
Our trips will not be cancelled due to weather conditions so please ensure that you do wear and carry appropriate clothing for the weather forecast. A raincoat is advised. It will not rain all day. We might get 30 minutes of rain. Volume of rainfall expected is more important than probability of rainfall. 100% probability of rainfall doesn't mean it will be raining all day. Might get 1 hour of rainfall then it stops. But if heavy rainfall is predicted then we may cancel or reschedule the event.
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Terms and conditions:
If you sign up as attending an event and fail to attend then you will be permanently banned from all 3 Meetup groups we manage. For time wasting.
Your health insurance and travel insurance is your individual responsibility. The organiser is not held responsible if anything goes wrong or if anyone is injured. By taking part you understand that only you are responsible for your own health and safety.
Your safety and wellbeing is your own individual responsibility.
We provide guidance and guidelines for staying safe and healthy. If you decide not to adhere to the guidelines and guidance given then that is your own responsibility.
This is a hobby group. We do not accept any responsibility for your health and safety. We only give general guidelines on how to stay safe. If you have existing health problems or existing medical problems that might impact your participation in an event then please discuss with the host of an event via email or WhatsApp before you attend an actual event.
Existing medical conditions that may affect your participation in an outdoor event which is physically demanding may be of concern. Please discuss with the host prior to attending an event if you are in any doubt about this.
REFUND POLICY
NO REFUND POLICY IF YOU CANCEL. REFUND IS ONLY GIVEN IF WE CANCEL THE EVENT DUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES.
